That both Fellaini and McTominay are the two players most likely to leave – at least in the media’s eye – says plenty about the change of tone struck under Solskjaer. The pair became symbols for the orthodoxy of Mourinho.

However, suggestions that Solskjaer doesn’t rate Fellaini are misguided. He knows his best midfield, which performed superbly at Wembley last weekend, but is nevertheless aware of the unique dynamic Fellaini can bring to any game.

Ole: “There’s X factors in different players, we all know Felli’s X factor. He’ll be working hard to get in all the big games.” #mufc